Compound Q&A
What is 1-(Chloromethyl)naphthalene (CAS: 86-52-2)?
Answer
1-(Chloromethyl)naphthalene (CAS: 86-52-2) is an organic compound containing a naphthalene ring substituted with a chloromethyl group. It is a yellow solid with a characteristic aromatic odor. This compound is known for its reactivity and is commonly used in chemical synthesis due to its ability to participate in various reactions such as nucleophilic substitution and coupling processes.
About
CAS No
86-52-2
English Name
1-(Chloromethyl)naphthalene
Molecular Formula
C11H9Cl
Molecular Weight
176.65 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C=CC=C2CCl
InChIKey
XMWGTKZEDLCVIG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
